Compliance Unit

/kəmˈplaɪəns ˈjuːnɪt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A designated organizational division responsible for ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements within an entity.
    The compliance unit conducted an audit to verify the firm's adherence to anti-money laundering laws.

Forms

  • compliance unit

Commentary

Typically found in regulated industries, the compliance unit plays a crucial role in governance and risk mitigation, often staffed with legal and industry experts.

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